Go Bold #37: Major (Ret) Andrew Fox on coping with PTSD

This is our first episode of 2023, so to our loyal listeners, welcome back! To our new listeners, welcome! We hope you'll enjoy the wide array of topics and voices that we share from senior leaders and people who are serving or have served with Allied Forces around the world.In my work as a global aerospace and defence journalist and analyst, I come in contact with interesting and inspiring people all over the world. Today's guest is one of those people. I first connected with Major Andrew Fox when he was serving with the British Army as an Airborne Infantry officer. He served 3 combat tours in Afghanistan and has become a strong advocate for mental health. Our episode today was recorded when Major Fox was still in uniform and it focuses on a combat event that affected him with PTSD. That is enough in it's own right, but what struck me even more was that his traumatic experience concerned a colleague who wasn't even in his own army - it was a colleague in the Afghan National Army, so that to me speaks about the friendships, trust and camaraderie which is developed between Allies, especially in combat.It's a story which I think is important to share, and more importantly, Maj. Fox shares it because he hopes his journey will help others, and that is just one of the reasons why I respect him.I want to thank Maj. Fox for his time and for his perspective on PTSD and how we can all try to help each other.Go Bold!------------For active or retired service members who are listening and feel that you need some help or support, please reference the following contact numbers, and please remember that there is no shame in asking for help as these resources are here for you.In the UK: Samaritans provides a 24/7 safe place to talk about anything that's bothering you. Tel: 116 123In the US: For the Military Crisis Line / Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, dial 988 and press 1.In Canada: A confidential and free service available 24/7 to Veterans, former RCMP members, their family members, and caregivers. Call 1-800-268-7708In Australia: All-hours Support Line (ASL) is a 24/7 confidential telephone service for ADF members and their families. Call 1800 628 036